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Education in the Philippines continues to evolve to meet the needs of learners in the K to 12 system. This November 2025, the Department of Education (DepEd) will administer the Early Language, Literacy, and Numeracy Assessment (ELLNA) for all Grade 4 public school students. But what exactly is ELLNA, why does it matter, and how will it impact learners and educators? Let’s break it down. What is ELLNA? The Early Language, Literacy, and Numeracy Assessment (ELLNA) is a national test conducted by DepEd to measure the proficiency of learners at the end of Key Stage 1 (Grades 1 to 3). ELLNA focuses on three core areas: Language – English and Filipino communication skills Literacy – Reading comprehension and writing fundamentals Numeracy – Basic math skills, assessed in English This assessment ensures that learners have mastered foundational skills before moving on to higher grade levels. Click here to read DepEd Memo No. 87, Series 2025. Why is ELLNA Important for Filipin...

Ever wondered why some of your teachers were experts in food, fashion, or design even if they weren’t education majors? Thanks to RA 11168 , this is now officially possible. The law gives Home Economics graduates the opportunity to teach their field of expertise in schools across the Philippines. What Is RA 11168 All About? RA 11168, or the “Act Allowing Home Economics Graduates to Teach Home Economics Subjects,” is a law that opens teaching opportunities to graduates of Home Economics and related fields. This means that people with degrees in culinary arts, clothing technology, hotel and restaurant management, and other allied courses can now teach in both public and private schools. This move was made to address the shortage of licensed teachers in specialized subjects while still ensuring students get quality education from professionals in their fields. Why This Law Matters The implementation of RA 11168 has several benefits for both teachers and students: More teachers for...

  If you’re a Filipino teacher navigating the new   Matatag Curriculum , you’ve probably asked yourself:   “How can I really track if my students are learning, not just memorizing?”   Or maybe you’ve struggled with adjusting your lesson when your learners seem lost halfway through. That’s exactly why the   Department of Education (DepEd)   has rolled out the   Guidelines on the Formative Assessment Instructional Resource for the K to 12 . This resource is designed to support you—teachers of  Grades 1, 4, and 7 in English, Mathematics, and Science —by integrating  formative assessment  seamlessly into your teaching. More than just testing, formative assessment is about using results to  adjust instruction immediately  so students truly master learning competencies and develop  21st-century skills . Why Formative Assessment Matters in the Classroom Formative assessment isn’t just a buzzword. Research shows it can significant...